Casual Market Chicago 2018 Boasts New Exhibitors, Products, and Events

September 17, 2018  by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry   

“Continuing the momentum from July’s well-attended ICFA Preview Show — where showrooms and exhibitors reported strong results — this year's expanded offerings at Casual Market Chicago further demonstrate the tremendous continued growth of the outdoor furniture market,” said Beth Hicks, managing director, marketing for Design Center and Casual Market Chicago. “We’re looking forward to celebrating with the entire casual industry in September as we showcase the latest outdoor living designs and trends.”

Hosted by theMART’s Design Center, the trade show welcomes 29 new exhibitors – including Ashley Furniture, the world’s largest furniture manufacturer – all of which will join more than 250 manufacturers expected at the show.

The Design Center’s new and expanded showrooms include: Brown Jordan; Divano Lounge; Ebel; Eddie Bauer Home Outdoor – Kannoa; Gloster; Lane Venture; Lloyd Flanders; Mamagreen; OW Lee and Pavilion Furniture, Inc.

Casual Market Chicago will have a dynamic mix of showroom events, open houses and product debuts on all participating floors of theMART.

New events for 2018 include:

Craft Beer Cruise – Wednesday, Sept. 26

The interactive event encourages networking while experiencing some of Chicago’s popular breweries. Hop between several beer tasting stations to mingle and taste selected craft beers unique to the area.

Designer Day – Thursday, Sept. 27

Designer Day will give temporary exhibitors and permanent showrooms the opportunity to connect and network with interior designers.

ICFA Awards Gala – Thursday, Sept. 27 

This year, there will be a change in scenery for the ICFA Awards Gala, which in past years took place at the Field Museum. The new location at Swissotel Chicago will set the stage to celebrate and recognize the 2018 honorees.

Casual Market Chicago will be held on floors 7, 14, 15 and 16 of theMART, located at 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza. Show hours will be 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Sept. 25-27 and 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Sept. 28. To register, visit www.casualmarket.com/attend-the-show/registration.